Weightlifting can slow biological brain aging in older people

Weightlifting can slow biological brain aging in older people

Weight training may help keep your mind young. New research published in Gero science Our findings suggest that older adults who engage in regular strength training can actively slow down the brain’s biological aging process. These findings provide evidence that strength-building exercise has widespread benefits for long-term cognitive health. Scientists have consistently linked physical exercise … Read more

Scientists say this 30-second test is a ‘simple’ way to measure aging at home

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can you stand on one leg? According to research and multiple experts, this is one of the better ways to figure out how much you’re aging. Whether you’re testing your metabolic age with a lifestyle survey or your fitness age with wrist-worn technology, it’s easier than ever to know your biological age and get more … Read more

Proposed bill to expand scope of practice and encourage recruitment of midwives | CBC News

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listen to this article Estimated 4 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations may occur. We work with our partners to continually review and improve our results. The state is changing the role of midwives to expand services and increase recruitment. The bill introduced earlier this month would expand … Read more

Love and lean: Zeeland family marks 10 years of mental health advocacy in son’s memory

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ZEELAND, MI — More than a decade after the death of 15-year-old Zeeland East student Zach Kroll, his family is working to keep his memory alive and reduce the stigma surrounding mental health through the nonprofit Love and Lean. Not a day goes by that Lori Kroll doesn’t think about her son. Love and lean: … Read more

Fitness trainer shares exact blueprint to lose 2kg in April without going to the gym: list of home exercises with dumbbells

Just because you don't go to the gym is no reason to stop training at home. (unsplash)

Staying healthy requires active efforts such as regular exercise. However, not everyone has the opportunity to get a gym membership that helps them do so. To help them out, Dibby Chedda, a fitness coach with nine years of experience who goes by @doitrightbydiv on social media, took to Instagram on March 30 to share a … Read more

How Louis Theroux stays fit even at 55 with simple bodyweight exercises

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Louis Theroux has witnessed the extremes of fitness culture firsthand from the world of bodybuilding. strange weekend On his latest gym crushes Inside the manosphere documentary. But the 55-year-old’s own routine is much simpler. Rather than lift heavy weights, Theroux now prioritizes consistency over strength and relies on short bodyweight workouts to stay in shape. … Read more

Iowa hospital accused of ‘persistent pattern’ of inadequate ER care

Iowa hospital accused of 'persistent pattern' of inadequate ER care

DES MOINES, Iowa (Iowa Capital Dispatch) – A wrongful death lawsuit against a Des Moines hospital alleges a pattern of failing to stabilize patients in the emergency room and provide timely treatment. The estate of late Ankeny man Stephen Riker is suing Central Iowa Hospital Corp., which does business as UnityPoint Health Des Moines Iowa … Read more

San Francisco manager Jackie Fielder takes medical leave for mental health | KQED

San Francisco manager Jackie Fielder takes medical leave for mental health | KQED

Jen Snyder, a progressive political strategist at Red Bridge Strategies, said voters in the 9th District are likely to reject moderate oversight if Fielder resigns and Lurie has a chance to fill the seat. “The 9th District is progressive, and we have an army of volunteers and neighbors who are committed to keeping it that … Read more

Colorado Medicaid program director resigns as state Senate prepares for ‘no confidence’ vote

Colorado Medicaid program director resigns as state Senate prepares for 'no confidence' vote

The Colorado secretary of state’s office, which oversees the state’s Medicaid program, abruptly announced her resignation Monday as the state Senate prepares to consider a no-confidence motion against her. The Colorado Sun has obtained a resolution criticizing Kim Bimestefer, one of the longest-serving officials in Gov. Jared Polis’ cabinet. “We, the Colorado Senate, recognize that … Read more

How to solve Germany’s expensive healthcare system

How to solve Germany's expensive healthcare system

A panel of experts on Monday presented a 66-point plan aimed at lowering the health insurance premiums that a growing number of Germans have to pay into the health insurance system. Germany’s health care system is one of the most expensive in the world, with state health insurance companies alone spending around 1 billion euros … Read more